Will crossing the line while parking generally be captured by cameras?
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Crossing the line while parking will not be considered as running a red light, but it usually results in a penalty of 2 points deduction. Below are some parking precautions: 1. Do not leave the vehicle: Temporary parking on the roadside is allowed for passengers to get on and off, and waiting for 2-3 minutes is generally acceptable. However, if surveillance footage shows that the driver has left the vehicle during roadside parking, even if the engine is still running, it will mostly be considered as illegal parking. 2. Temporary parking must be within 5 minutes: Even if there is a temporary parking sign on the motorway, parking is strictly prohibited within the yellow grid lines on both sides of the lane, otherwise it will undoubtedly be considered as illegal parking. Although there may be some conflicting aspects between the two signs, it is an explicit traffic rule that parking is prohibited within yellow grid lines, and this is beyond doubt. 3. No parking zones: Parking is not allowed in front of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants or fire stations (within 30 meters of these locations), except for the use of these facilities. Additionally, parking is prohibited at intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and within 50 meters of these locations.
As an experienced driver who drives frequently, I must tell you that stopping over the line can indeed be captured by cameras in many places. Especially in city centers, around schools, or at intersections with traffic lights, the coverage of electronic surveillance is very high, and they can automatically detect whether a vehicle has crossed the parking line. That time, I accidentally stopped on the yellow line and ended up with a 200-yuan fine, and the ticket was mailed directly to my home. The cameras work by using image recognition to capture violations in real-time. I recommend carefully aligning your car with the parking lines when stopping, using the rearview mirror to double-check your position to avoid fines. Usually, I plan my parking spots in advance and use navigation apps to find legal parking spaces, which saves both money and hassle. Remember, rules aren't just for show—following them makes the roads safer.
